Ryan Kelly
Beloit,WI
Summary
I am an experienced Patrol Sergeant with over 10 years of law enforcement experience at the City of Beloit Police Department. I have lived in the City of Beloit my entire life. Prior to policing I served in the United States Marine Corps on active duty. My entire life has been dedicated to the service of my community and country.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
2009
2009
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sergeant of Patrol
City of Beloit Police Department
Beloit, WI
02.2024 - Current
- Directed shift operations, including assigning tasks, evaluating performance, and providing guidance in criminal and departmental procedures.
- Evaluated and maintained officer compliance with departmental policies and local regulations during patrols.
- Collaborated with detectives and specialty units to investigate major crimes and disorder, enhancing the department's investigative capabilities.
- Maintained close communication and relationships with surrounding law enforcement agency partners for mutual aid, training and information sharing.
- Created and executed joint trainings with partner agencies, fostering collaboration and enhancing operational readiness across departments.
Detective
City of Beloit Police Department
Beloit, WI
09.2022 - 02.2024
- Worked as a detective on the Violent Crime Interdiction Team (VCIT) focusing on high-priority cases.
- Analyzed, evaluated and investigated various criminal cases throughout the City of Beloit.
- Achieved high clearance rate on assigned criminal cases, contributing to overall crime reduction in the area.
- Authored and executed hundreds of search warrants to resolve criminal cases.
- Developed and delivered firearms and tactical training for unit, improving execution of search warrants and reducing use of force and complaints during apprehensions.
- Worked closely and collaborated with various other agencies including the U.S. Marshal’s, ATF, FBI AND DEA.
Patrol Officer
City of Beloit Police Department
Beloit, WI
01.2016 - 09.2022
- Volunteered in department groups and committees (vehicle committee, Field Training Program Committee) to improve operational efficiency.
- Served as an officer in the Violent Crime Interdiction Team during 2018 and again in 2022.
- (2018 - 2022) Worked as a Field Training Officer, focusing on training, mentoring, and evaluating new officers.
- (2017 - 2023) Member of the Departments Tactical Operations Unit and Sniper Team.
Infantryman
United States Marine Corps
Camp Pendleton South, California
05.2006 - 05.2010
- Deployed to combat in Iraq twice (Al-Anbar and Fallujah).
- Directed daily operations for a section of 13 Marines.
- Attained Corporal rank, demonstrating leadership and responsibility in military operations.
- Cross-trained as Intelligence Analyst in Iraq, providing actionable intelligence to support combat operations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Blackhawk Technical College
Janesville, WI 01.2012 - 05.2015
Beloit Memorial Highschool
Beloit, WISkills
- Ability to communicate, work, lead and follow within a team
- Able to maintain and encourage a high level of professionalism among myself, subordinates, peers and superiors
- Ability to recognize, encourage and foster the growth and development of those around me
- Ability to teach and be taught Willing to learn and grow as needed to be successful in everything that I do
Accomplishments
- (3) Department Life Saving Award
- Chief’s Commendation of Merit
- Award of Excellence
- (2) Unit Citation Award
- United States Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal
Certification
- WI DOJ Certified Vehicle Contacts Instructor
- WI DOJ Certified Firearms Instructor
- Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training (ALERRT) Instructor
Timeline
Sergeant of Patrol
City of Beloit Police Department
02.2024 - Current
Detective
City of Beloit Police Department
09.2022 - 02.2024
Patrol Officer
City of Beloit Police Department
01.2016 - 09.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Blackhawk Technical College
01.2012 - 05.2015
Infantryman
United States Marine Corps
05.2006 - 05.2010
Beloit Memorial Highschool